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Abuse scandal in focus in search for new pope
For decades, the sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests was covered up by the Church. But cardinals on Monday listed it as a key challenge for the next pope.
Stock markets diverge amid trade hopes, ahead of earnings
Global stocks markets diverged on Monday as investors welcomed the absence of further trade war escalation over the weekend and as countries seek to temper US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Trump escalates immigration crackdown to mark 100 days
The White House announced Monday a crackdown on "sanctuary cities" that defy Donald Trump's hardline immigration policies, as the president closes in on his first 100 days in office.
Outkast, White Stripes, Cyndi Lauper among Rock Hall inductees
Hip-hop pioneers Outkast and rock duo The White Stripes are among 2025's class of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, the organization announced late Sunday.
China deploys army of fake NGOs at UN to intimidate critics: media probe
China is deploying a growing army of organisations masquerading as NGOs to monitor and intimidate rights activists at the UN, a new investigation by the ICIJ media consortium said on Monday.
Stock markets mostly higher amid trade talk hopes
Stocks mostly rose on Monday as investors welcomed the absence of further trade war escalation over the weekend and as countries seek to temper US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Massive blackout hits Spain and Portugal
Power went out across all of Spain and Portugal on Monday, cutting cellphone and internet networks, halting trains and trapping people in elevators, officials said.
Ten on trial in Paris over 2016 gunpoint robbery of Kim Kardashian
Ten suspects went on trial in Paris on Monday over the 2016 robbery of the US celebrity Kim Kardashian, which saw some $10 million worth of jewellery stolen from the reality TV star and influencer.
Stock markets mostly rise amid trade talk hopes
Stocks mostly rose on Monday as investors welcomed the absence of further trade war escalation over the weekend and as countries seek to temper US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Trump's deep-sea mining order violates global norms: France
France on Monday accused the United States of violating international law after President Donald Trump signed an order to fast-track deep-sea mining in the open ocean outside his country's territorial waters.
Italy bank merger wave heats up as Mediobanca eyes Banca Generali
Italian bank Mediobanca, itself battling to fend off a hostile takeover by a rival, announced on Monday a 6.3-billion-euro ($7.2 billion) bid to buy wealth management firm Banca Generali.
China says on 'right side of history' in trade standoff with US
A top Chinese economic official on Monday said Beijing was on the "right side of history" in its gruelling trade war with the United States.
Stock markets mostly rise as investors eye trade talks
Stocks mostly rose on Monday as investors assess how the land lies on the trade war front with countries seeking to temper Donald Trump's eye-watering tariffs.
Fires rage 2 days after Iran port blast killed 40
Firefighters in Iran battled raging fires on Monday at the country's largest commercial port, two days after a massive explosion killed at least 40 people, state TV reported.
South Korea's SK Telecom begins SIM card replacement after data breach
South Korea's largest carrier SK Telecom started on Monday to replace mobile SIM chips for its 23 million users following a data breach, prompting alarmed customers to form long queues for the replacements.
Asian markets mixed as investors eye trade talks
Asian stocks were mixed Monday as investors assess how the land lies on the trade war front with countries seeking to temper Donald Trump's eye-watering tariffs.
After 100 days in office, Trump voters still back US president
US President Donald Trump has come racing out of the gates in his second term in office, slashing government agencies, launching trade wars with friends and foes alike and even taking on the judiciary over his immigration crackdown.
Infinity Bancorp Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
SANTA ANA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / Infinity Bancorp (OTCQB:INFT) (the "Company" or "Bancorp"), the holding company for Infinity Bank (the "Bank"), today announced financial results for the quarter ended, March 31, 2025.
Western Investment Company Reports 2024 Year End Results
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / The Western Investment Company of Canada Limited (TSXV:WI) ("Western" or the "Corporation") today reported its financial and operating results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2024. The audited financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, and annual information form have been filed on SEDAR+. Unless otherwise indicated, financial figures are expressed in Canadian dollars and comparisons are to the prior period ended December 31, 2023. In the fourth-quarter of 2024, Western completed the acquisition of the remaining shares of Fortress Insurance Company ("Fortress Insurance"), as a result, starting October 1, 2024, Fortress Insurance results are consolidated into Western's financial statements. Insurance specific results are discussed under the Fortress Insurance section below.
Ur-Energy Receives State Approval for the LC East HJ and KM Permit to Mine Amendments
LITTLETON, CO / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / Ur-Energy Inc. (NYSE American:URG)(TSX:URE) (the "Company" or "Ur-Energy") is pleased to announce the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Land Quality Division ("LQD") has granted approval of the LC East HJ and KM amendments to the Lost Creek Permit to Mine. This permitting action grants final State approval for Ur-Energy to construct and operate up to six additional mine units within the HJ and KM geologic horizons at our LC East Project and in the HJ horizon at Lost Creek.
Impact MENA Hosted Landmark Access Circle Investment Summit 2025 to Redefine Regional Investment Landscape
Almas Jiwani Joined as VIP Guest Invited by His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Faisal Al Saud
Caravan Announces Settlement of Litigation and Initiation of Winding-Up
CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / Caravan Trailer Lodges of Alberta Ltd. (the "Company" or "Caravan") is pleased to announce the settlement of all outstanding litigation, which now paves the way towards the commencement of winding up of the Company and the distribution of funds to its shareholders. The Company has entered into a formal settlement agreement (the "Settlement Agreement"), which has been filed with and approved by the Court of King's Bench of Alberta.
Pinetree Capital Ltd Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the Period Ended March 31, 2025 and Leave of Absence of Chief Investment Officer
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / Pinetree Capital Ltd. (TSX:PNP) ("Pinetree" or the "Company") today announced its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. All financial information provided in this press release is unaudited and all figures are in $'000 except per share amounts and shares outstanding.
Southern Alberta's Trusted Garage Door Dealer, Ultra-Lite Doors, Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award
CALGARY, ALBERTA / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to recognize Ultra-Lite Doors as the 2025 winner in the Garage Door Dealers category for Southern Alberta. This respected distinction highlights the Canadiancompany's long-standing commitment to exceptional product quality, expert installation, and responsive customer service throughout the region.
Primary Hydrogen Engages Veteran Landman to Support U.S. Expansion
CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / Primary Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV:HDRO)(FRA:83W0)(OTCQB:HNATF) ("Primary" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the engagement of Trent Sizemore and his firm, Lonewolf Energy Inc., to support the Company's U.S. project expansion strategy.
'Sinners' tops N.America box office for second week
Ryan Coogler's 1930s vampire thriller "Sinners" sunk its teeth into another huge weekend at the North American box office, taking in $45 million, industry estimates showed Sunday.
Crowds flock to tomb of Pope Francis, as eyes turn to conclave
Pope Francis's modest tomb drew massive queues on the first day of public viewing in Rome on Sunday, a day after an estimated 400,000 people turned out for his funeral and burial.
Iran's president visits site of port blast that killed 28
Iran's president visited on Sunday the scene of a massive port blast that killed 28 people and injured more than 1,000, as fires still blazed more than 24 hours after the explosion.
Fire blazes day after Iran port blast killed 28, injured 1,000
Fire blazed on Sunday, more than 24 hours after a massive explosion tore through Iran's largest commercial port, killing at least 28 people and leaving more than 1,000 others injured, according to the Red Crescent.
Crumbs! Should French bakeries open on May 1?
Buying a crusty, freshly baked baguette should be one of the simplest, as well as satisfying, daily rituals in France.
Eighteen killed, fires still burning in huge Iran port blast
Fires were blazing Sunday a day after a massive explosion tore through Iran's largest commercial port, killing at least 18 people and wounding 800 others, according to state media.
Austria trials DNA testing to uncover honey fraud
At a laboratory in Austria's mountainous Tyrol province, scientists are DNA testing about 100 honey samples a month to learn about their composition -- and in some cases to determine whether they have been adulterated.